Monday, November 12, 2012
A recap of some top news stories from Suwanee and Gwinnett.
As we begin a new week, it's time to review some top Suwanee and Gwinnett news stories from the week that just passed. CHARTER SCHOOL AMENDMENT: There was plenty of election news, but a development that really hit home in Gwinnett was the so-called Charter School Amendment. Georgia voters approved an amendment that would allow the state to set up charter schools without local school board approval. The decision drew the disapproval of Gwinnett Schools Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks. What were some of your favorite news stories recently in Suwanee? Tell us in the comments below. GCPS DISTRICT III RACE: One local election drew some particular attention in November. Veteran Gwinnett school board member Dr. Mary Kay Murphy faced a spirited …
Monday, November 5, 2012
Superintendent and board members will follow the returns at headquarters in Suwanee.
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Monday, November 5, 2012
Gwinnett Schools Superintendent Alvin Wilbanks and school board members will be holding an "election watch" Tuesday (November 6), according to a GCPS announcement. The gathering will be at the cafeteria in the Instructional Support Center in Suwanee, the announcement said. Among the returns they could be following will be re-election races involving board members Dr. Mary Kay Murphy (District III), Louise Radloff (District V) and Carole Boyce (District I). It is not an official board meeting and no official business will be conducted. -- Is your organization holding an election watch Tuesday? Share the info in the comments below Don’t miss any Suwanee news. Subscribe to Suwanee Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow us …
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Murphy now has almost $14,000 in cash contributions. She is being challenged by Jen Falk of Berkeley Lake.
Dr. Mary Kay Murphy, the Gwinnett school board District III member who is seeking re-election, has pulled in more campaign contributions. As of the September 30 reporting period, Murphy, a Peachtree Corners resident, has about $13,900 in cash contributions, according to state records. The latest reports show some major contributions to Murphy's campaign: $2,500 by GCAE Fund for Public Education of Snellville; and $1,000 by Ty and Stephanie Hanna of Duluth. Their business is listed as Galaxy Capital. Loretta Christoper, a Peachtree Corners City Council member, contributed $300 to Murphy. District III includes North Gwinnett, Peachtree Ridge, Duluth and Norcross high schools. Murphy, a Republican, is being challenged by Democrat Jen Falk of …
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Six teachers are in the running. The award will be given on Nov. 1.
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Dean Landers, a teacher at Peachtree Ridge High in Suwanee, is among the finalists for 2013 Teacher of the Year for Gwinnett County schools. Landers and five other Gwinnett educators have made it to the final round of competition. The winner will be named Thursday, Nov. 1, at ceremonies (6:30 p.m.) at the Gwinnett Center, according to a GCPS news release. Landers teaches physics to juniors and seniors at Peachtree Ridge. The other finalists are Erica Leach, Walnut Grove Elementary; Deborah Johnson, Berkmar Middle; Celisa Edwards, Dacula Middle; Heidi Mikulecky of Richards Middle; and Jay Nebel of Norcross High. According to a GCPS news release, Landers was a mechanical engineering student in college. However, his ambition changed during a …
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Parents and members of the community may join Gwinnett County Public Schools members to review proposed curriculum materials.
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Saturday, September 15, 2012
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) invites parents and members of the community to join GCPS staff members in a review of proposed curriculum materials. Parents may provide input on the proposed materials by participating in the public review, which will be held at headquarters in Suwanee. GCPS holds an extensive review before adopting materials for classroom use. Parents, community members, teachers, and administrators review materials to ensure alignment with the school system’s Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum. During this year’s review, scheduled to run from Sept. 17-28, GCPS staff and members of the Gwinnett community will review non-fiction books for grades K-12, teacher resources for grades K-8 Language Arts, and …
Monday, August 20, 2012
What's are the kids having for lunch on Monday?
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Monday, August 20, 2012
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools on Monday, Aug. 20. Pre-K Popcorn Chicken PBJ’wich Veggie Nuggets Parmesan Roasted Carrots Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruits Elementary School Popcorn Chicken Yogurt & Elf Grahams Pinwheels Veggie Nuggets Parmesan Roasted Carrots Cupped Fruit Assorted Dried Fruit Middle School Premium Roasted Chicken Homestyle BBQ Sandwich Sensational Subs Featured Salads Yogurt & Gourmet Bread Fresh Seasonal Fruits Parmesan Roasted Carrots High School Seasoned Chicken Wings Gwinnett’s Best Burger Robust Wraps Tex-Mex Tacos Big Daddy's Pizza Featured Salads Veggie Burger
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
What's for lunch at Gwinnett County Public Schools on Wednesday?
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools on Wednesday, Aug. 8. Pre-K Pancakes & Sausage PBJ’wich Yogurt Parfait Hash Brown Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruit Elementary Pancakes & Sausage Chicken Wings Signature Salad Yogurt Parfait Hash Brown Cinnamon Apples Cupped Fruit Middle School Super Nachos BBQ Pork Sliders Sensational Subs Featured Salads Veggie Burger Cinnamon Apples Buttered Corn High School Roasted Chicken & Pasta BBQ Sandwich Turkey Club Super Nachos Big Daddy's Pizza Featured Salads Black Bean Empanadas
Monday, August 6, 2012
What's for lunch at Gwinnett County Public Schools on Tuesday?
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Monday, August 6, 2012
Here’s what’s being served for lunch at Gwinnett County Schools on Tuesday, Aug. 7: Pre-K Assorted Pizza PBJ Graham Snacker Veggie Burger Steamed Broccoli Assorted Fresh Veggies Assorted Fresh Fruits Elementary Assorted Pizza BBQ Pork Sliders Scrumptious Subs Veggie Sandwich Spinach Side Salad Fresh Cut Melon Chilled Fruit Middle School Asian To Go Big Daddy's Pizza Robust Wraps Featured Salads Veggie Burger Fresh Cut Melon Honey Roasted Broccoli High School Creamy Mac & Cheese Crispy Chicken Sammie Sensational Subs Thai Chicken Bowl Big Daddy's Pizza Featured Salads Veggie Burger
The 2012-13 school year begins on Monday, August 6, for the state's largest system.
There was a drizzle in the air Monday, Aug. 6, on Level Creek Road in Suwanee as activity buzzed again at North Gwinnett High. About 10 a.m., a bell rang, and thousands of students hit the hallways and the doors during the first class day of the 2012-13 school year. And at North Gwinnett, it's not the same old campus. Construction at the rear of the school near the football stadium -- which again will be busy soon -- is under way. The addition, funded by SPLOST tax monies, will include new classrooms and a media center. See also: -- What is your reaction to the new school year in Gwinnett? Share your thoughts and your back to school pictures here.
The state's largest school system cranks up Monday for 2012-13.
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Monday, August 6, 2012
One sign of the end of summer: school starts. And so it is in Suwanee and the rest of Gwinnett County on Monday (Aug. 6), when students head back to Gwinnett County schools (GCPS) Students at Collins Hill, North Gwinnett and Peachtree Ridge high schools get things started at 7:10 a.m., so prepare for additional traffic in those areas. -- What are you most looking forward to about the school year? Tell us in the comments below. The first holiday is Monday, Sept. 3, for Labor Day. Also, here are some other facts about the state's largest school system, courtesy of GCPS: For additional information, visit the GCPS website. See also:
